DeKalb County officials are urging residents to take precautions following the widespread effects of Hurricane Helene, which have resulted in fallen trees, downed power lines, and flooded streets. The county is working to address these hazards as reports continue to come in from different areas.
Among reported incidents, fallen trees have blocked major thoroughfares, with Rock Springs Rd at Roseheath Lane and Vickers Dr at Ridgewood Dr being particularly affected. Crews are preparing to clear the obstructions as soon as weather conditions improve, and they have highlighted the importance of public cooperation in avoiding these hazardous areas.
In addition to the obstacles presented by fallen trees, the county has also identified flooding as a serious concern. Hotspots such as Rollingwood Lane and Castlegate Terrace are under close watch. Residents in these and other affected areas are advised to avoid unnecessary travel to facilitate the cleanup and ensure safety.
Emergency services are on high alert and have provided several contact numbers for residents to report issues. According to DeKalb County, life-threatening emergencies, downed trees and power lines, and localized flooding should be reported by calling 911. Other non-life-threatening emergencies can be relayed to 404-294-2911. The county also provides a hotline for those experiencing water outages and sewer spills at 770-270-6243, and Georgia Power outages should be reported to an additional contact at 1-888-891-0938.
For ongoing updates and more comprehensive information regarding the county's response to the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, residents are directed to the county's dedicated weather response webpage.
